Samantha Nichols
Smithfield,PA
Summary
Paraprofessional with a solid foundation in educational support and classroom management. Experience in aiding teachers with instructional tasks and maintaining a positive learning atmosphere
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Intermediate Unit 1
Coal Center, Pennsylvania
09.2017 - Current
- Adapt lessons for students with special learning disabilities.
- Manage classroom materials and organized educational resources effectively.
- Monitor student engagement and time on task.
- Facilitate communication between students, parents, and teachers.
- Manage the classroom when teacher is absent.
- Proctor PSSA and Keystone Exams (online and paper).
Substitute Teacher
Albert Gallatin
Uniontown, PA
09.2016 - 09.2017
- Managed classroom behavior and maintained a positive learning environment.
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
- Implemented school policies and procedures in the classroom.
- Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
Substitute Teacher/Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Uniontown Area School District
Uniontown, PA
08.2013 - 08.2016
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Adapted instructional materials to meet diverse student needs.
- Monitored student progress and provided timely feedback on assignments.
- Developed lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
Student Teacher
California Area School District
Coal Center, Pennsylvania
09.2012 - 12.2012
- Developed lesson plans to engage students in diverse learning activities.
- Assisted teachers in classroom management and student support tasks.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback on assignments and assessments.
- Observed teachers in classrooms to improve skills and communication.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education K-6
California University of Pennsylvania
California, Pennsylvania, PA12-2012
Skills
- Classroom management
- Student assessment
- Special education strategies
- Collaboration techniques
- Parental communication
Reference
Jeremy Fisher - Intermediate Unit 1, Greene County Academy Program Lead
jeremy.fisher@iu1.org, 724-627-3106 ext.262
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Intermediate Unit 1
09.2017 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Albert Gallatin
09.2016 - 09.2017
Substitute Teacher/Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Uniontown Area School District
08.2013 - 08.2016
Student Teacher
California Area School District
09.2012 - 12.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education K-6
California University of Pennsylvania